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Do you get excited about purchasing or receiving unique and beautiful stationery? Maybe I’m an oddball, but I truly love a beautiful card, writing on quality paper, and feeling the texture of quality stationery in my hands. Night Owl Paper Goods has the quality stationery you would love to give or receive. It’s squeal worthy in my opinion. Yes, I really squealed when I received my package to review. The presentation of your items is done in a fun way, yet has that personal touch. And what makes me even more excited about a shop like Night Owl Paper Goods is that they they are eco-friendly, which is important to me as a consumer.

With a passion for fine craftsmanship, detail and the environment; Alan Henderson and Jennifer Tatham started Night Owl Paper Goods, a stationery company devoted to creating handmade letterpress cards and eco-chic wooden goodies. They find their inspiration in the versatile works of Swedish and American folk artists; British haberdashers as well as, the kaleidoscope of colors and the abundance of critters Mother Nature provides on a daily basis. They also are BIG at giving back to a variety of organizations, conservation societies and many other charitable foundations. Night Owl Paper Goods are located in over 700 stores worldwide!

I know some of us don’t want to think that 2015 is on it’s way, but for those of us that like to plan ahead this 2015 Appointment Desk Calendar will come in very handy. It is not only stylish & colorful, but it takes up minimal space when used as an easel for your calendar pages. I love the feature of a built in stand! It not only stands up your calendar pages to view, but it also conveniently holds all the pages before you use them and if you want to save any of them, after use, as well. The compact size of the holder is small enough that you could put it in most messenger bags, pop it in a briefcase or even toss it in your hand bag. The pages are rich, colorful, yet clean and not too busy for my eyes. There is a handy dandy place for notes on the back of each monthly page. I’m hooked on this calendar!

You’ll notice, as you look clockwise at the pictures above, that there is a picture for the month of August of the 2015 Appointment Desk Calendar and also a Denim Dogwood jotter, or mini notepad. The front and back covers are made of wood, though I don’t feel a difference in weight compared to other mini notebooks. The front cover is beautiful and rich in color, the pages between are quality paper made of 100% post-consumer recycled, acid-free paper; while the back cover has the Night Owl Paper Goods logo.

In the picture following, you will see the Denim Dogwood jotter and to the left of that a most beautiful Dolan Geiman, Quail wooden bookmark. Dolan Geiman and Night Owl Paper Goods have collaborated to come up with some beautiful stationery and other goodies. As a book lover I am almost afraid to use it as a bookmark because it’s so pretty. The colors are vibrant both on the front and backside of the bookmark.

The next picture is one of the reasons I squealed. I love dolphin related items, but they have to look a certain way to me for me to approve of them. Night Owl Paper Goods nailed it in looks with their Dancing Dolphins bookmark/ruler and cards. Again, it is made of a lovely sustainable harvested wood. The dolphins look like someone hand painted them both on the front and backside. You get double the fun to use this both as a bookmark & a ruler.

Yes, I’m going to post these pics for those super, duper organized people who are ordering their Christmas cards. Top left you will see a few samples of the different kinds of holiday wishes you can send out to loved ones. I was very impressed with the rich colors, the detail, and the overall unique style of these cards.

In the bottom main photo, there are 3 different choices for holiday wishes Starting top left and going clockwise; we first have this adorable Santa Otters Ornament. I love a card that can do double duty and prolong it’s usefulness. You not only have a wooden card, but you also have an ornament to hang on your tree if you wish. Next, is the Dolan Cardinals holiday card. Rich in colors; it is a beautiful wooden card to give or receive. And last, but not least, this fabulous card that shouts “JOY” loud and clear. It is printed on eco-friendly FSC certified paper made with zero emission wind generated power.

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You can connect with Night Owl Paper Goods by getting your name on their mailing list or via social media outlets: Facebook and Twitter

http://nightowlpapergoods.com/

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You can purchase Night Owl Paper Goods from their website or from one of the 700 retail shops worldwide. Kate n’ Kaboodle readers are able to receive a 20% off discount at Night Owl Paper Goods website using the code: KATENKABOODLE in the coupon field of your shopping basket. The discount will be applied automatically.

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One lucky person is going to win a $25 USD discount code to be used at Night Owl Paper Goods online. The code can be used towards anything in their shop and also can be applied to shipping. This giveaway is open worldwide!

June was a busy, busy month for us – eight birthdays, three graduations, father’s day and an anniversary! I am exhausted from celebrating! For our out of town family, like my mother-in-law, we send the gift of flowers for special day. Teleflora is a perfect gift for birthday’s and anniversary’s. Why do I love Teleflora? Their flower bouquets are unique and the selection has something for every taste!

About Teleflora
At Teleflora, we’re proud to have been connecting customers with the nation’s best florists for more than 78 years. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Teleflora has over 16,000 member florists throughout the U.S. and Canada, with an additional 20,000 affiliated florists outside North America. This extensive network, coupled with our commitment to exceptional customer service, means that when you send flowers from Teleflora, you can be confident that you’re sending the best. As a service organization rather than a florist, Teleflora makes it easy to select beautiful florist-delivered products by investing in the most modern technology, seeking continuous innovation and improvement in services, and providing the best people in the business to ensure your confidence that your order will be placed easily and filled by a Teleflora florist quickly and professionally to your complete satisfaction.

Teleflora has a great selection of flower bouquets for the birthday guy or gal on your list this summer. With many creative styles to choose from, the Teleflora birthday flowers are fun and festive! You can sweeten any bouquet with balloons, chocolates or a stuffed animal, too!

For those looking to order anniversary flowers, you won’t be disappointed with the selection of elegant and sophisticated flower selection. From Roses to Lilies, the lovely couple will adore their Teleflora flower arrangement!

To help you celebrate the birthdays and anniversaries this summer, Teleflora is providing a 20 percent off coupon code! Not only that, you can enter for a chance to win a $75 gift code in the widget below!

I have been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

My son graduated a couple weeks ago and I couldn’t be more proud! Hearing his name called and seeing him walk across the stage – it was happy moment for this mama. Of course, as soon as he tossed that cap, he was eager to get out and spread his wings!

He worked hard for this achievement and I want to get the perfect him the perfect gift to celebrate the occasion! Thankfully, Best Buy has the greatest gifts for graduates ready to spread their wings – from the grad heading off to college to the fitness fanatic!

Moving out: Gifts for the Grad that is getting ready for college or may be simply moving out into the world on their own, help them get all set up.

Networker: Grad that uses technology to keep totally connected while on the go with a variety of devices. This tech forward Grad leans on devices to make life easier go having the latest and greatest is always a priority.

Fitness Fanatic: Gifts for this grad include tech and small appliances that play to their healthy, on the go, athletic nature. Out for a run, in the kitchen or at the gym, a great gifts for this grad helps them stay on track in many ways.

My son has already moved out and into his first apartment and is in need of everything to furnish his home. You might not think of Best Buy as a place to stock up on household gifts for a new grad but the selection is pretty fabulous for those just starting out. Best Buy has kitchen items like the Keurig Elite Single-Serve Brewer for after a late night of college studies or the Ninja Blender for quick morning smoothies. You can also find plenty of entertainment “toys” like Samsung 32” Class LED 1080p Smart HDTV and the Sony Smart Wi-Fi Built-In Blu-ray Player. Check out this list of gifts for the grad heading out on his own or to college:

Stone Bake Pizza Oven

Amazon Fire TV

Ninja Blender

4-Slice Toaster Oven

Beats by Dr. Dre Pill Portable Stereo Speaker

Samsung 32” Class LED 1080p Smart HDTV

Sony Smart Wi-Fi Built-In Blu-ray Player

Game of Thrones Season 3 Blu-ray & DVD

LG Microwave + Pizza Oven

Frigidaire 3.1 Cu. Ft. Compact Refrigerator

iTunes Gift Card $50

Xbox One Console

Xbox One Titanfall

Keurig Elite Single-Serve Brewer

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 – 16GB Tablet

Zaggkeys Folio Keyboard Case

Asus Transformer T100 32GB Tablet

Lenovo IdeaTab A1000 16GB Tablet

HP Slate 7 Plus 7 Tablet

HP Envy Wireless e-All-in-One Printer

Tech21 Shell Case for Samsung Galaxy S5 Cell Phones

mophie Juice Pack Powerstation Mini

Hoover WindTunnel 2 Vacuum

Hamilton Beach Set & Forget Stay or Go Slow Cooker

Thule Crossover Backpack

Once my son gets settled in, we will be heading to Best Buy for his graduation present. Which do you think your graduate would love? I think the LG Microwave would come in handy but if I know my kid, he is going to be swooning over the Amazon Fire TV.

Do you love twitter parties? Best Buy is hosting a Grad Twitter Party on Tuesday June 24 (6/24) at 7PM CST. Join the party for a chance to receive Best Buy gift cards and other great products. Tweet #GreatestGrad with your favorite Grad’s Gift ideas from Best Buy.

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I have been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

Mother’s Day is just over a week away and if you are still looking for the perfect gift, look no more! Best Buy has the perfect gift for any mom and has created an easy gift center for you to shop for the Fitness Fanatic, Foodie, On-The-Go, Adventurer or Entertainer Mom’s on your list.

As a busy mom of six (and one more on the way), I am sure I fit into almost every one of those categories but the products on the Foodie Mom list made me swoon! I cook all of my families meals and as you can imagine, with a family this size, it’s like cooking for a small army! I love experimenting with new recipes and baking is a favorite with myself and the kids. My daughter actually wants to start a cupcake shop with me. If I could talk my husband into any Mother’s Day Gift, it would the coveted KitchenAid Ultra Power Tilt-Head Stand Mixer! Oh the cupcakes we could bake!

Best Buy has dozens of amazing gifts for the foodie mom including the following:

Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 16GB

Mini Jambox Wireless Speaker

iPad Air Defender Papaya

KitchenAid Ultra Power Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

Cuisinart Griddler

Smart Oven Convection Toaster/Pizza Oven

Oster Waffle Maker

Hamilton Beach set and forget slow cooker

Cuisinart Food Processor

8 bottle wine chiller

Ninja Blender

Breville Juicer

Samsung 22″ Class LED 1080p HDTV

Cuisinart Smart Stick 2-Speed Hand Blender

Keurig special edition

Rocketfish Under-Cabinet Mount For Most 13″ – 22″ Flat-Panel TVs

Dash Greek Yogurt Maker

Make sure you check out the gift center for more awesome gifts for mom!

Best Buy is offering a 20% off Misfit Shine Products coupon that you can redeem online at bestybuy.com or print off to use in the store. You can get your coupon here!

Do you love twitter parties? Best Buy is hosting two Mother’s Day Twitter Parties on Friday May 2nd at 12:00pm CST and Wednesday May 7th at 7pm CST . Feel free to join one or both of these parties for a chance to receive Best Buy gift cards and other great products. Tweet #GreatestMom with your favorite Mother’s Day Gift ideas from Best Buy.

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Mother’s Day is right around the corner – May 11th! It’s a day to honor and celebrate our mothers and what better way to say I love you than with a bouquet of beautiful flowers from Teleflora!

About Teleflora
At Teleflora, we’re proud to have been connecting customers with the nation’s best florists for more than 78 years. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Teleflora has over 16,000 member florists throughout the U.S. and Canada, with an additional 20,000 affiliated florists outside North America. This extensive network, coupled with our commitment to exceptional customer service, means that when you send flowers from Teleflora, you can be confident that you’re sending the best. As a service organization rather than a florist, Teleflora makes it easy to select beautiful florist-delivered products by investing in the most modern technology, seeking continuous innovation and improvement in services, and providing the best people in the business to ensure your confidence that your order will be placed easily and filled by a Teleflora florist quickly and professionally to your complete satisfaction.

Teleflora has a fantastic selection of Mothers Day Flowers. With everything from breathtaking rose arrangements to fun and fresh daisies, Teleflora is sure to have mom’s favorite flowers!

Each colorful bouquet includes a beautiful, keepsake vase. Teleflora has many unique bouquets that are sure to wow mom this Mother’s Day!

All of Teleflora’s Mother’s Day bouquets are hand-arranged and hand-delivered by a local florist. It’s easy to order flowers online – choose your bouquet, add any additional items like Mylar balloons or chocolates, set a date and you’re done! So easy!

Imagine mom’s joy when she opens the door to welcome a bouquet of her favorite flowers!

Teleflora is offering a special Mother’s Day Package. The package includes a flower bouquet, keepsake vase and a gift card to Spafinder Wellness 365 Gift card. Spafinder gift cards can be used at over 20,00 spa and wellness locations worldwide. This complete package is sure to provide mom with a special pampering!

Mother’s Day is the busiest day of the year for florists, so be sure to order early for the best selection and for Sunday delivery on May 11th!

Valentines Day is right around the corner and what better way to say “I love you” than with a beautiful flower bouquet from Teleflora!

About Teleflora
At Teleflora, we’re proud to have been connecting customers with the nation’s best florists for more than 78 years. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Teleflora has over 16,000 member florists throughout the U.S. and Canada, with an additional 20,000 affiliated florists outside North America. This extensive network, coupled with our commitment to exceptional customer service, means that when you send flowers from Teleflora, you can be confident that you’re sending the best. As a service organization rather than a florist, Teleflora makes it easy to select beautiful florist-delivered products by investing in the most modern technology, seeking continuous innovation and improvement in services, and providing the best people in the business to ensure your confidence that your order will be placed easily and filled by a Teleflora florist quickly and professionally to your complete satisfaction.

Teleflora offers a beautiful selection of flowers for Valentine’s Day for that special someone in your life. Imagine your valentines excitement when flowers are delivered right to their front door or office!

With everything from roses to daisies in hues of red, pink, purple and white, there is a Valentine’s Day bouquet for every flower preference.

Starting at $29.99, choices include a variety of vases and styles. Choose a traditional vase of flowers or explore the creative options like the heart shaped bouquet in a red, bamboo box container. Whatever style you choose, your loved one is sure to be impressed with these beautiful flowers!

To celebrate love everywhere, Teleflora is offering one of my readers the chance to win a $75 Gift Certificate to their shop. Good luck!

Do you have a hard-to-shop person on your list this year? I have the perfect solution for you! Why not give them the flu, a stomach ache or the rotovirus?

Say what??

With GIANTmicrobes, you can gift your loved one a wide variety of microbes, from maladies to menageries! Even better, you can get some in fun Christmas Boxed Sets!GIANTmicrobes are stuffed animals that look like tiny microbes but much, much larger! The GIANTmicrobes website has a huge variety of microbes including the cold, brain cell, penicillin, even bed bug. The latest releases are plasma, liver cell, even heart cell that beats when you press it! They are great for teaching or just for fun! Read More →

I absolutely love candles! They are perfect for setting a mood whether it be a candle lit dinner, holiday get-together or just curling up on the couch for a movie at home.

That’s why I was down right giddy when I discovered Volcanica and their gorgeous selection of exotic candles made from artisans in Bali!

Each artisan-made, exotic Volcanica candle is a unique decorative work of art that reflects the beautiful, exotic tradition of Balinese wood carving. Fabricated with pure waxes from bees and palm tree, these Eco-friendly candles are made with only natural ingredients indigenous to Bali.

We recently had the opportunity to experience the Rose Candles from Volcanica.

The Roses Collection is stunning and feature delicate roses carved into the entire candle. Each candle came in a black, decorative box so they are perfect for gift giving.

What makes these candles unique, aside from the striking beauty, is that these candles burn from the core to create luminaries without melting the intricate design.

Once the core is melted down enough, you can preserve your candle forever by just dropping in a tea light. We burned our candles for a couple hours and are just now getting to where we can add a tea light, so they can essentially burn for hours and hours!

The Roses candles come in pink, cream, cream frosted with silver, cream frosted with gold, amethyst and red and are available in pillars, balls, squares and tapers.

The Volcanica collections include 221 eco-friendly styles that burn without soot or smoke in materials including their proprietary blend of wax, wood, metal and glass. All the Volcanica aromatherapy candle essences are made from pure essential oils.

The Volcanica Candles are perfect for gift giving or entertaining this holiday season and at under $30 for most individual candles, they are easy on your wallet as well.

When I was pregnant with Kinsley, I posted on Facebook that I wanted a unique, uncommon name for her…something you wouldn’t find on a pencil. A friend of mine commented, “Why? Kids love to see their name on things”. It really made me think about how I felt when I was a kid and received new pencils for school with my name on them. She was absolutely right, kids love to see their name on things. It’s the first word they learn to write and recognize. Although I didn’t end up naming her something that was hugely popular, it’s still very easy to have her name engraved on pencils as well as a variety of other items as well.

Recently, I had to opportunity to check out the coolest website, NameArt.com. Name Art takes a child’s love of their name and transforms into lovable art decor and gifts. I used the site to create beautiful items for my grandson, Liam.

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